Brian Nadel
Brian Nadel is a freelance writer and editor who specializes in technology reporting and reviewing. He works out of the suburban New York City area and has covered topics from nuclear power plants and Wi-Fi routers to cars and tablets. The former editor-in-chief of Mobile Computing and Communications, Nadel is the recipient of the TransPacific Writing Award.
Latest articles by Brian Nadel
Amplifi Alien review
By Brian Nadel published
The Amplifi Alien is a futuristic mesh router that can show you what’s going on with your Wi-Fi network by glancing at its touchscreen.
Gryphon Secure Mesh Router Review: Performance Meets Protection
By Brian Nadel last updated
Big and twisted, the Gryphon Secure Mesh System looks like no other router on the planet
Norton Core Router Review
By Brian Nadel last updated
Not only is the Norton Core a high-performance router that pumps out the data, but it inspects every data packet entering your network.
McAfee Internet Security 2016 Review
By Brian Nadel last updated
McAfee Internet Security is a solid, if not stellar, antivirus suite that protects an unlimited number of devices across multiple platforms.
Asus ZenWiFi ET8 review
By Brian Nadel published
The Asus ZenWiFi ET8 can move more data farther than other mesh router kits but only comes in a two-pack for now.
Netgear 4G LTE Advanced WiFi Router (LBR20) review
By Brian Nadel published
The Netgear Orbi LBR20 gives you the freedom to choose between broadband or LTE for your home’s wireless network.
Motorola Q11 review
By Brian Nadel published
The Motorola Q11 delivers on price, ease of setup and configurability but falls short when it comes to ports and wireless connectivity at a distance.
Asus GT-AXE11000 review
By Brian Nadel published
The Asus GT-AXE11000 is a customizable gaming router with blazing fast speeds and loads of features.
Malwarebytes Mobile Security review
By Brian Nadel published
Malwarebytes Mobile Security provides good protection for your Android devices but you’ll need the top plan if you also want access to a VPN.
Lookout Mobile Security review
By Brian Nadel published
Lookout Mobile Security is expensive, but this Android antivirus also includes excellent identity protection.
RoofPax Air Compressor review
By Brian Nadel published
RoofPax Air Compressor could be the tire inflator for you, if you can get over the build quality
Carsun Portable Air Pump review
By Brian Nadel published
While not perfect, the Carsun Portable Air Pump offers great results for a bargain price tag.
Black + Decker 20V Max Inflator review
By Brian Nadel published
The Black + Decker 20V Max Inflator is a great tire inflator that’s only let down by its bulk and lack of extra features.
Amazon Basics Portable Air Compressor review
By Brian Nadel published
A mix of old and new tech, the Amazon Basics Portable Air Compressor is throw-back to a simpler time, with speedy inflation capabilities.
AstroAI Air Compressor review
By Brian Nadel published
The AstroAI Air Compressor is small, and offers solid performance, making it a great bargain.
VjoyCar C80 Universal HUD review
By Brian Nadel published
The VjoyCar C80 Universal HUD is basic, but with such a low price tag it’s still a worthwhile no-frills purchase.
Wiiyii OBD + GPS Head Up Display review
By Brian Nadel published
By combining GPS and OBD data, the Wiiyii OBD + GPS HUD is a great value device with a smorgasbord of on-the-road information.
Hudway Drive review
By Brian Nadel published
The Hudway Drive is one of the best car HUDs around, but can it justify its eye-watering price?
Pyle PHUD180BD review
By Brian Nadel published
The Pyle PHUD180BD offers more information and features than some of the more expensive HUDs on the market, making this one of the best value units around.
Autool X95 GPS Slope Meter review
By Brian Nadel published
The Autool X95 GPS Slope Meter will be a lifesaver for off-roaders, but those used to driving on pavement may be better off elsewhere.
Dagood A8 Head-up Display review
By Brian Nadel published
Inexpensive with a large, bright screen, the Dagood A8 offers a wide range of automotive information without being too distracting.
AceCar T800 review
By Brian Nadel published
It may lack OBD data, the AceCar T800 is still a useful low-cost device with few distractions — making it a useful road companion.
Sherox 3.5” Car HUD review
By Brian Nadel published
The Sherox 3.5” Car HUD is a good addition to any car on the road, though its lack of information may make it too simple for more curious drivers.
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